DUBAI: Fady Jameel, chair of Saudi Arabia’s Art Jameel and vice chairman, international, at Abdul Latif Jameel, has been awarded the title of Chevalier in the Order of Arts and Letters (Ordre des Arts et des Lettres) by the French Ministry of Culture.

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The Order of Arts and Letters is one of France’s highest cultural honors and is awarded to individuals whose work has contributed to the enrichment of arts and culture in France and internationally.

The ceremony took place in Paris last week and was led by French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati, with cultural figures from the arts and cinema sectors in attendance.

Jameel said the honor reflected the collective efforts of his family and partners in advancing cultural initiatives, building on a philanthropic legacy that began in Jeddah eight decades ago. (Supplied)